2006 Nissan Navara vs. 1999 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Navara (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Navara | 1999 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Navara | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
